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Introductory
Flights
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Take an intro
flight to see if flying is for you!
You will learn the
basics of how to do a pre-flight inspection, how the flight
controls work, and how to perform the basic flight maneuvers.
YOU will take the
controls on this 30 min. flight and fly the airplane under the
careful supervision of the flight instructor.
Total cost varies
depending on the airplane used. $30 for the
Instructor plus the cost of the airplane.
(Approximately $85 total using the Piper Warrior in Crookston,
MN)
Call or email today
to schedule your lesson!
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. Is flying
safe?
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A. When compared to
automobiles, general aviation airplanes have about one tenth
the accident rate. In other words, you are 10 times more
likely to be hurt in a car accident than an airplane
accident. Nothing is 100% safe, but if you obey the rules
and don't take foolish chances, flying is safe. There
is an old saying in aviation: "There are old pilots
and there are bold pilots, but there are no old-bold
pilots."
Q. How hard is it to fly
a plane?
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A. Modern airplanes are very stable
and forgiving machines. While flying is not for everyone, piloting
a plane is not as difficult as many people think. Its much like
driving a car (except in 3 dimensions). The hardest part for
most people is not the physical skill required, but taking the
time to read and study. There is a great deal of material
which must be learned in order to get your
license.
Q. What kind of
license should I get?
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A. There are
three different types of pilot licenses (called certificates
nowdays):
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Sport Pilot
- For very small planes and ultralight planes. Good
for people who just want to fly locally on a sunny day. The
least expensive option, no medical certificate is required, just a
drivers license. Pilots are restricted to flying Light Sport
Planes. (Planes which have two seats or less, and are slow
and light weight)
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Recreational Pilot
- Again for pilots who only want to fly locally and
at non-towered airports. Allows the pilot to fly the more
popular, larger airplanes. (Four seats or less, and 180HP or
less) Recreational pilots are restricted to daylight hours
only, but many of these restrictions can be removed with
additional training, or by going on for the Private Pilot
certificate.
Private Pilot
- By far the most popular option. Has the fewest
restrictions, allowing the pilot to fly pretty much anywhere at
anytime, carrying as many people as the airplane can safely hold.
Q. How much does it
cost?
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A. Prices will
vary greatly depending on the type of training airplane used and
certificate sought.
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Sport Pilot
- $2000-$3000
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Recreational
Pilot - $3000-$5000
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Private
Pilot - $4000 - $7000
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*Training is paid for hour by
hour, so you can go at your own pace. Most people need
6 months or more to complete a private pilot
certificate.
Q. Where can I get more
information?
A. http://www.aopa.org/learntofly/index.html
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Sport Pilot